Bethany Hamilton is one fierce gal: Despite losing an arm in a horrific shark attack, she rules the waves on her surfboard, inspiring people around the world. And she does it all with an easy, captivating smile.

Bethany’s secret? At age 14, she decided to improve her smile. Her orthodontist, Dr. Patrick Turley, recommended the Damon® System, an advanced system that is proven to be fast and comfortable. Now, the soul surfer has a smile she’s always proud to share.

Bethany’s giving you the chance to tell your story in the “Share your smile…and shine!” contest, presented by Damon® System. The amazing prize? One girl will win a complete smile makeover using the Damon® System.

The deets on Damon System
The Damon® braces are a system that improves your smile by straightening your teeth quickly and easily. The best part? Damon System also comes in clear, so they are virtually invisible. The Damon braces use light force and work without the ties that need tightening and lead to discomfort (whew!). Sound like something you’d like to try? Check out this video, then read on to win!

Share your smile and shine to win
Would a new smile change your life? Tell us how you’d benefit from a smile makeover and how you’ll help share Bethany’s message of feeling beautiful inside and out.

Share your story by creating a video or sending a photo with essay that tells us about your inner beauty...and how you’d benefit from a new smile. Be creative! Bethany will pick one incredible girl to win.

How to enter
Please email your submissions along with your first and last name to shareyoursmile@girlslife.com by 11:59 PM/EST on January 31, 2012.